Win7 Install Error: BSOD IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL


  1. Posts : 2
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit
       #1

    Win7 Install Error: BSOD IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL


    Tried but can’t access this link - How to ask for help with a BSOD problem ...

    Win7 Install Error: BSOD IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
    BSOD Error during Clean Install of Win7:
    Stop: 0x0000000a (0x983ffff0, 0x00000002, 0x00000001, 0x8bc8394b)

    System:
    HP Pav 525x Desktop
    Intel Celeron CPU 2.4GHz
    1gb DDR SDRAM PC2100 in (2)512MB Sticks
    Intel 82845G/GL/GE/PE/GV Graphics Controller
    Realtek AC’97 Audio (on board)
    Realtek RTL8139/810 Fast Ethernet NIC (on board)
    Toshiba DVD ROM SD-M1712

    CyberDrv CW078D CD-R/RW
    NVIDIA GeForce FX 5500
    NetGear 108Mbps Wireless PCI WG311T
    3.5” Floppy

    System is fully functional running XP.

    Install Steps:
    Clean format of HD prior to install of Win7.
    Disconnected all hardware in 2nd list above for first install attempt.
    BIOS boot priority #1 for DVD ROM (Win7 install disk).
    Insert Win7 Install disk & auto start.
    Install proceeds ok.
    Select Format HD & Clean Install.
    Windows files install, then BSOD with Stop Code referenced above.
    Ran memtest at boot (2-pass no prob’s) prior to attempting reinstalls of Win7.
    Attempted to install Win7 to alternate HD (same results).

    I have attempted installation of Win7 Pro (factory MS disk purchase), and also Win7 Ultimate disk (so likely not install software related …). Attempted multiple installs to this HP Desktop, with formatting of HD to remove the Windows.old files that accumulated.

    Results:
    I have attempted installing Win7 both with and without hardware listed in 2nd list above with same results BSOD IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL.

    I have conflict somewhere, but unsure how to resolve.
    Appreciate any assistance to help me work through this.
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  2.    #2

    Unplug all other HD's and peripherals.

    Check for newer BIOS version update on HP Support Downloads webpage for your model. If current, reset the CMOS: Clear CMOS - 3 Ways to Clear the CMOS - Reset BIOS

    While in BIOS setup, check SATA controller setting: Try AHCI first, then IDE mode.

    Wipe the HD with zeroes using Diskpart, then create partition and mark Active using Step 2.2: SSD / HDD : Optimize for Windows Reinstallation

    If it still fails, try testing HD using maker's diag/repair full CD scan: HD Diagnostic
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  3.    #3

    Wow looks like that's just what has repopulated since CCleaner emptied it. I'd empty it again.

    Actually the AppData temp folders are under your active User account, not Windows. Unhide hidden files first.
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  4. Posts : 2
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit
    Thread Starter
       #4

    gregrocker - Thanks for your timely reply.
    assume your last post to this thread (related to CCleaner ...) belongs elsewhere ...?

    BIOS Update (updated to most current version v3.17 - still an XP version)
    DONE

    BIOS Reset
    DONE

    SATA Controller Setting
    While in the BIOS setup, I do not see anything related to “SATA controller setting”. Parallel ATA cable between MBOD & HDD. I do not see options like you referenced. Not sure how to proceed on this? Left as defaults from BIOS Update/Reset.

    HDD Preperation
    Wiped the HD with zeroes using Diskpart
    Created partition & marked Active

    Win7 Install Attempt:
    Language Pref's
    Install Now
    License Terms
    Custom Advanced
    Selected HD Disk 0 (only one partition, Total Size = Free Space)
    Did Not select Advanced Options to Format (Format done by DiskPart above?)
    Installing Windows
    Expanding Files (got to around 49%)
    BSOD
    IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
    STOP: 0x0000000A (0xD03FFFF0, 0x00000002, 0x00000001, 0x8BCBB94B)


    Is there something I'm missing regarding the HDD Controller Settings?
    Confirming - MBOD & HDD are connected using Parallel ATA cable.

    Thanks for any assistance on this,
    Last edited by Spey; 31 Dec 2010 at 03:49. Reason: Procedural Updates
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